Texas Small Business Credit Initiative Administrator (Manager V)
Job #: 2024-81
- TWC Job #: 16679573
- Opening Date: 7/16/2024
- Travel Required: 15%
- Monthly Salary: $6,666.67 - $7,500.00
- Position Location: Austin, Texas
- Group Step: B26
- Class: 1604
- Status: Open
Texas Small Business Credit Initiative Administrator – Austin, Texas
The Office of the Governor is looking for a Texas Small Business Credit Initiative Administrator (Manager V) to work in the Economic Development and Tourism Office (EDT) - Economic Development Finance.
Who We Are
The Office of the Governor works to build a healthier, safer, freer, and more prosperous future for all Texans. We are located primarily within the Texas State Capitol Complex in Austin.
What You’ll Earn
The salary is $6,666.67 - $7,500.00 a month ($80,000.04 - $90,000.00 a year).
Benefits include medical insurance, sick leave, and vacation leave. Also, State of Texas employees are eligible for a defined retirement plan. Learn more: https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits
What You’ll Do
This is a job that performs advanced (senior-level) managerial work. Work involves establishing goals and objectives for effective management and administration of a federal State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) program awarded to the State of Texas through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Work also involves developing guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations for administering SSBCI allocation received; coordinating and evaluating loan activities; and developing and evaluating budget requests.
- Supervises and directs all activities and work of the TSBCI team, and provides guidance and leadership as needed.
- Leads strategic planning efforts with stakeholders to build appropriate relationships and actively seeks input from the field on the division’s direction and possible projects or initiatives.
- Maintains program’s priorities for staff, identifies areas of needed change, and implements operational changes as needed.
- Prepares management and productivity reports; and reviews and approves documents and reports developed by employees to ensure professional quality and appearance, appropriate content, consistency, and responsiveness.
- Solves complex problems or issues regarding management or administrative issues and systems. Counsels TSBCI team on solutions.
- Coordinates and oversees the writing of policy documents and presents actionable alternative analysis to make policy-making decisions in conjunction with the Executive Director.
- Oversees federal ARPA funding streams related to SSBCI for the Governor’s Office.
- Supervises preparation of federal allocation application and plans, including collection and preparation of necessary documentation.
- Actively monitors budgetary compliance and expenditures of funded programs.
- Prepares periodic comprehensive reports of lending activities of participating lenders in the Capital Access and Loan Guarantee Programs.
- Leads research for local community credit needs and determine how the programs might serve those needs and make recommendations to Division Director as appropriate.
- Oversees final reviews and modifications of program applications, including formulas, accuracy, and content and eligibility criteria.
- Supervises the implementation, management, monitoring, evaluation, and close-out of loans according to rules and regulations.
- Prepares and delivers informational and educational programs and public presentations.
- Develops and recommends policies and procedures and prepares training materials.
- Performs supervisory duties, including hiring and performance management.
- Establishes, maintains, and oversees accurate, well-organized, and secure databases and records administration practices.
- Serves as subject matter expert in the development of requirements for loan programs and in the creation of Request for Application documents.
- Prepares comprehensive fund plans for all funding streams administered by the Texas Small Business Credit Programs team.
- Identifies, presents, and implements effective and ethical business solutions as needed.
- Serves as a point of contact and resource for legislative issues.
How You’ll Qualify
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in government, marketing, public administration, business or related field;
- Five (5) years progressively responsible professional experience in the area of commercial banking, commercial loan applications, preparing or reviewing business plans, business development, and experience in program management; and
- One (1) year of progressively responsible managerial experience.
Note: Experience and education may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
You’re a Great Fit with
- Seven (7) years progressively responsible professional experience in the area of banking or program management; and
- Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional managerial experience.
- Certified as a Certified Texas Contract Manger (CTCM).
Other Things to Know and When You Should Apply
It’s a great job for a professional who likes to oversee and direct the analysis of small business loan applications received from financial institutions (lenders) participating in the Capital Access and Loan Guarantee Programs. Apply now by submitting a state of Texas application. Applications are reviewed daily.
Telework opportunities are available upon request. Reliable internet is required. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
Veterans
Veterans, Reservists, or members of the Guard can compare this position to Military Occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office.
How to Apply
Applications are received only through Work In Texas. The OOG requires all sections of the state application to be completed. Omission of data on the state application is grounds for disqualification of the application. Requests for accommodation should be made to the Human Resources office as early as possible in the application/employment process.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Office of the Governor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Office of the Governor participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Male candidates between 18 and 25 years of age are required to show proof of Selective Service registration (or exemption) prior to an offer of employment being extended. Such proof is not required to be filed with an application but must be provided upon request by the Human Resources office. For additional information pertaining to Selective Service registration, you may visit www.sss.gov. View a copy of the Agency's Equal Employment Opportunity Utilization Report.
Notice to Applicants Who May Require Reasonable Accommodation in the Interview Process
Applicants with disabilities who may need to discuss special accommodations during the interview process should email the OOG’s Reasonable Accommodation Program Manager or call 512-463-8315 in the Human Resources Department. If reasonably possible, please call at least 48 hours in advance to afford our representative and the hiring division sufficient time to properly review and coordinate your request.
Contact Human Resources
(512) 463-5873